Vintage 1924 Sunday School Aviation-Themed Postcard – “We Miss You!” Airplane Illustration

This charming aviation-themed postcard from 1924 blends the excitement of early flight with the warm sentiments of Sunday School outreach. The illustrated card features a biplane in flight pulling a banner that reads “We Miss You!”, accompanied by a rhyming message incorporating the acrostic B.T.W.A. ("By the swiftest way of sending...").

Printed in red, blue, and black ink, the card highlights how aviation imagery was often used in the 1920s to symbolize speed, progress, and connection. The whimsical design also reflects the growing fascination with airplanes during the post-WWI era, when aviation was still novel to the general public.

The reverse is postmarked Meriden, Connecticut – November 13, 1924 and bears a green 1¢ Benjamin Franklin stamp. It is addressed to Miss Dorothy Aubrey, 142 Crown St., Meriden, Conn.

Publisher: G. & W. Co., New York (Form 105)
Date: 1924
Postmark & Stamp: Meriden, Conn. – Nov. 13, 1924; 1¢ Franklin green stamp
Size: Standard postcard format (3.5” x 5.5”)
Condition: Good with light edge wear, minor toning, and postal handling consistent with age. Vibrant colors remain strong.

Historical Context:
During the 1920s, airplanes frequently appeared in popular culture, advertising, and religious or social materials. This card reflects both the novelty of aviation and its symbolic power for rapid communication and modernity. The religious message conveys a welcoming sentiment from Sunday School, making it both a piece of aviation ephemera and devotional memorabilia.